Occupational Therapist at Catalina Foothills School District in Tucson, AZ

Job description

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Rate of Pay: $55,000 - $65,000, (DOE) .80 FTE, 32 hours per week, 206 paid workdays per year Exempt, Eligible for full benefits - medical, dental, and vision Schedule: Monday-Friday, TBD Location: Various CFSD school sites (Manzanita Elementary, Ventana Vista Elementary, Esperero Canyon MS, Catalina Foothills HS) Target Start Date: 10/15/2026 DEFINITION: This position evaluates and develops an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) to meet the specific needs of students who qualify for occupational therapy services. This position also provides the related service of occupational therapy as indicated in student IEPs. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this job class.) TASKS: Evaluates and diagnoses specified deficits of students within the school district as a member of the multi-disciplinary assessment team. Interprets assessment results appropriately and uses the results to develop therapeutic intervention plans and classroom strategies appropriate to the educational goals for the student. This may include adaptive equipment, assistive technology devices, and outside professional consultation. Designs, develops and delivers services prescribed in the IEP for each student that meet the qualifications for the related service of occupational therapy. Plans and implements intervention strategies using a continuum of service delivery approach in accordance with student needs in the least restrictive environment. Evaluates, modifies, and documents the effectiveness of occupational therapy intervention as it relates to the student's educational program. Improves fine and gross motor skills and sensory awareness to improve the individual's ability to function within the environment. Assists student development of fine and gross motor skills, good posture and positioning, and sensory integration. Travels to and among schools to provide services. Communicates effectively (both orally and in writing) with educational personnel, parents, local and state agencies regarding occupational therapy. Collaborates with any teaching staff member in the development of a variety of strategies to meet the educational needs of students within the classroom in need of occupational therapy. Assists with the development of training staff and parents to carry out existing therapy routines for students in their respective settings. Facilitates transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes (early intervention to preschool, preschool to school age, and school to work). Maintains thorough records for students receiving occupational therapy. Obtains and maintains supplies and equipment needed for occupational therapy services. Provides technical assistance in the repair and modification of assistive devices that may be utilized to meet the specific needs of students receiving direct occupational therapy as part of their total education program. May be required to supervise a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). Performs other related duties as assigned or required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position may supervise, or provide input into the evaluation of, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge of: federal, state, and CFSD guidelines regarding IEP services district procedures and board policies the educational system and its critical components, including ethical/legal responsibilities applying to occupational therapists in the educational setting major theories, treatment procedures, and research relevant to providing occupational therapy services for children with disabilities disabling conditions that occur before and after birth and their effects on students with special